Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the freshness of cilantro and lime with tender, perfectly cooked shrimp and a creamy slaw that adds crunch and tang. This dish offers a delightful balance of savory, zesty, and creamy elements, making it a perfect choice for a casual dinner or a taco night with friends and family.
1teaspoonEACH smoked paprikagarlic powder and chili powder
1tablespoonolive oil
2tablespoonsbutter
1teaspoonlime zestfrom 1 lime
2tablespoonslime juicefrom that same lime
2tablespoonshoney
1/2bunch cilantrofinely chopped
The Rest
3cupsfinely shredded green cabbage
1/2bunch cilantrofinely chopped
1/2cupGreek yogurt
2tablespoonslime juicefrom 1 whole lime
avocadosliced
8 6-inchtortillascorn or flour, your preference
extra lime wedgesfor serving
Instructions
Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Sprinkle on the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder and chili powder. Toss shrimp to get them evenly coated with seasonings. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp, taking care not to overcrowd the pan (you might need to work in 2 batches depending on the size of your pan). Cook shrimp for 90 seconds, flip and cook another 90 seconds, until the shrimp are opaque and have some golden brown caramelization on both sides.
Reduce the heat to low, add the butter, lime zest and juice and honey, tossing to coat the shrimp and create a cohesive sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thickened and coating the shrimp. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro to finish the sauce.
Slaw
Place cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Toss until the cabbage is evenly coated with herbs and yogurt. This slaw is not overly dressed, there should be just enough yogurt and lime juice to create a light, creamy coating for the slaw.
Assembly
Warm tortillas in the microwave, oven or over the gas flame of a gas stovetop (my preferred method). In a tortilla add a scoop of creamy slaw and 4-6 shrimp. Spoon on some of that glorious cilantro honey lime sauce. Finish with avocado slices and another squeeze of lime. Enjoy a few tacos, then mail me one mmkay?
Notes
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